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Choosing a Large Bedside Cot

Bedside cots (also known as co-sleepers and bassinets) are designed to let parents rest with their baby at night without risk of SIDS. They are only recommended for up to 6 months, after which your baby is old enough to be moved to an actual bed.

Mehack Mehack, an MFM home tester, was awed by the fact that this model features a bassinet that can be used around the home. It also features an option to rock manually. It was simple to put together, and it came with a travel bag.

Size

Cots are smaller than cots. They are less than. Cots can also be converted into toddler beds. However they are typically intended for children who are the age of three. If you're considering a wooden cot, you'll find two sizes to choose from that are large and standard both of which convert into a cot/toddler beds. The larger one is a good option when you want your child to sleep in it until they are at least three years old.

Jasmine is an MFM mother who tested the product at home, liked the fact that it was a little bigger than the typical Moses basket, but not too big for her baby’s room. Jasmine says it's easy to get the baby in and out of the cot during night feeds or for soothing and that the quality is far superior to other cots she has seen that are less sturdy.

Another home test subject, Emily, likes how the Maxi-Cosi is a versatile product It's a bassinet that lifts off that can be moved around the home, and it's a blast too. It also has an option to tilt the reflux upwards and a machine-washable liner that is breathable. It was also shortlisted for the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards in the Best Cot or Moses Basket category. The Lora is compatible with a South African cot mattress unlike some international or European brands. This means you don't need to buy a new mattress every time your baby grows. However, it does require a specific bedding set (60x120cm). Find the ideal mattress for your cot here.

Height

When selecting a cot for the bed, look for one that can be raised up to a height that's comfortable for you when feeding babies. It must also be lowered away from the way, so you can raise your child towards you to feed them at night or soothe him. This feature is especially helpful if you're recovering from C-section. For instance, the Next2me and Tutti Bambini cots can be adjusted up to the height of 58cm. the Snuzpod 3 goes up to 63cm, and the Knuma Huddle up to 70cm.

You should also think about the level you'd like the base of your crib to be. Some moms find it is easier to lift their infants from their standard Moses baskets when the base is at the lowest level, while some prefer a higher height to provide them with more stability. The Joie Roomie Glide is a popular choice, with one of our mom testers stating that it has an easy-to-use collapsible side that you can press down at the touch of the button.

Keep in mind that a bassinet/bedside sleeping device should not be used until your baby can hold their head without assistance typically around 6 months. This is due to the danger of inhaling suffocation. Be aware that when your child is old enough to be able to convert the bedside sleeper into a cot, they will have to remove the sides as soon as they are ready to do so. This will stop them from getting out or falling out of the bed.

Design

There are a variety of styles of cribs for bedside use, ranging from simple to luxurious. The most luxurious models could include features like a built-in nightlight and a calming centre which plays music and sounds and comes with two levels of vibrations to help soothe your baby back to sleep, or even a swivelling base that allows you to get your baby's food in the right place. Some models can be converted into a toddler bed or cot bed (or both) when your child is ready to go to their own bed.

For instance the Tutti Bambini CoZee Air, which won Bronze in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards Best Cot, Crib or Moses Basket category, has a swivelling base that allows you to take your baby and transfer them from one side of the crib to the other without needing to get up. This makes it ideal for mothers who are recovering from Caesareans or who need to stay in the bed for extended periods of time. Jasmine is an MFM mom who tried this product at home, stated that it was simple to use and made it easier for her to reach her baby - especially after a C-section.

Chicco Next2me Magic is another alternative. It won Gold in the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards for the Best Cot, Moses Basket, or Crib. It has a machine-washable lining, reflux incline, and rocking feature. It's bigger than the other cribs we've tested, however it folds up into its bag for travel, making it relatively compact when it's not in use.

travel bedside crib , MFM mum home tester Also, she appreciated the bedside crib's function. She said it was designed for parents and children.  It has a great design that is very simple to operate and is super-sturdy. She said that the bassinet's pivoting base was fantastic since it allowed you to move it from side to side. One of its sides could be lowered to facilitate access, especially for new mums recovering from c-sections.

Safety

The most important security characteristic of a bedside cot is that it can be easily moved up or down to allow parents to reach their child when they need to feed them, comfort them or change their nappy. This means that it's ideal for mothers who still recovering from a C section. You should choose the design that allows you to lower the sides of the bed with a simple button press. This will allow you to lift your child without having to get out of bed. This is particularly important as your baby gets older and becomes more mobile. Beware of items that could increase the risk of injury or suffocation, like duvets and pillows, which can cause your baby to overheat.

The CPSC's NPR includes 24 incidents that are attributed to issues with the product like gaps between the bedside sleeper (adult bed) and the bedside sleeper (12 incidents), fabric-sided enclosed openings (11) and consumer misassembly (6 incidents).

In its NPR the CPSC examined the possibility of adding additional requirements to bedside sleepers. For instance, these products would have to meet the minimum side height requirements for bassinets, or at a minimum, the maximum height requirements for the rail that is lowered. The CPSC determined, however, that these requirements were not practical or effective in reducing number of instances in which infants are trapped by the bedside rail as well as an adult bed.

A majority of the incidents reported in the NPR included multi-use bedside sleepers which can be converted to other types of use, such as play yards and bassinets. A number of commenters suggested that the CPSC include in the proposed rule an alternative option for multi-use bedside beds to enable them to meet the minimum side-height requirement of bassinets using an attachment that can be connected permanently or removed when the product is not being used as the bassinet.

The CPSC is currently examining these and other comments received in response to its NPR regarding bedside sleepers. The Commission will consider these comments when it votes on the final rule which is expected to be issued in November of 2021.